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Leader In Me

We are continuting a great program at Bowie this year called the Leader In Me.  We will introduce a new Habit each month for our students to focus on.  We believe that we can develop leaders if we can instill good habits when students are young.  7 Habits for Happy Kids include:   August/September- Be Proactive-You're In charge! 
Happy kids
  • I am a responsible person
  • I take initiative
  • I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. 
  • I do not blame others for my wrong actions.\
  • I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking. 

October-Begin with the end in Mind-Have a Plan!

  • I plan ahead and set goals
  • I do things that have meaning and make a difference.
  • I am an important  part of my classroom and contribute to my school's mission and vision.
  • I look for ways to be a good citizen. 

November-Put First Things First-Work first, then play!

  • I spend my time pm things that are most important.  This means I say no to things I know I should not do.
  • I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow a plan
  • I am disciplined and organized.

December-Think Win-Win-Everyone Can Win!

  •  I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want.
  • I make deposits in others' Emotional Bank Accounts.
  • When conflicts arise, I look for third alternatives.

January-Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood-Listen before you talk!

  • I listen to other people's ideas and feelings.
  • I try to see things from their viewpoints.
  • I listen to others without interrupting.
  • I am confident in voicing my ideas.
  • I look people in the eyes when talking.

February-Synergize-Together is Better!

  • I value other people's strengths and learn from them.
  • I get along well with others, even people who are different than me.
  • I work well in groups.
  • I seek out other people's ideas to solve problems becaue I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions than anyone o us can alone
  • I am humble.

March-Sharpen the Saw-Balance Feels Best!

  • I take care of my body by eating right, exercising and getting sleep.
  • I spend time with family and friends.
  • I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school.
  • I find meaning ways to help others.

April-Find Your Voice-Discover Your Talents!

  • I can find something I am good at and really like doing.
  • I am proud but do not boast.
  • I use my expertise to help and inspire others.